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ARKAKNSAS: SHARECROPPER. Evicted and destitute sharecropper, Ozark Mountains, Arkansas
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ARKAKNSAS: SHARECROPPER. Evicted and destitute sharecropper, Ozark Mountains, Arkansas
ARKAKNSAS: SHARECROPPER.
Evicted and destitute sharecropper, Ozark Mountains, Arkansas. Photograph by Ben Shahn in October 1935
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1935 Arkansas Destitute Failure Farmer Great Depression Homeless New Deal October Overalls Ozark Mountains Poor Poverty Rural Sharecropper Unemployed Working Class Evicted Southeast Unidentified
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This poignant photograph captures the harsh reality of a destitute sharecropper in the Ozark Mountains, Arkansas during the Great Depression. Taken by renowned photographer Ben Shahn in October 1935, it serves as a powerful reminder of the struggles faced by many Americans during this tumultuous time. The image showcases an unidentified man wearing worn-out overalls and a tattered hat, standing outside what appears to be his former home. The lines etched on his weathered face tell stories of hardship and despair. With no means to sustain himself or his family, he has become another victim of eviction and poverty. The composition beautifully portrays the rural landscape surrounding him - rolling hills covered with trees that seem to mirror the challenges he faces. This evocative portrait not only documents an individual's struggle but also sheds light on larger issues such as failed farming practices, unemployment, and social inequality prevalent in early 20th-century America. Shahn's photograph is part of a series commissioned by the Farm Security Administration (FSA) under President Roosevelt's New Deal program. Through these images, FSA aimed to raise awareness about rural poverty while advocating for government intervention to alleviate suffering. As we reflect upon this image from our past, let us remember those who endured unimaginable hardships during one of America's darkest periods. May it serve as a testament to resilience and inspire us towards creating a more equitable society for all.
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